The programme is designed with a focus on early detection in high-risk populations, symptom awareness and timely intervention
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Apollo Cancer Centre (ACC) and Apollo Proton Cancer Centre (APCC) launched End-O Check, an early detection programme for ovarian and endometrial cancers.
Targetting postmenopausal women and those in high-risk groups, the initiative combines risk-based assessments, symptom evaluation, and diagnostic testing.
At the launch, a panel discussion brought together experts from Apollo centres to stress the need for awareness, early diagnosis, and access to preventive tools.
The panel featured Ajit Pai, senior consultant, surgical oncology, ACC-Teynampet, P. Venkat, senior consultant, surgical oncology, ACC-Teynampet, Kumar Gubbala, consultant, gynaecological oncology, APCC, Madhu Priya, senior consultant, surgical oncology, ACC-Vanagaram, and Priya Kapoor, consultant, surgical oncology, ACC-Teynampet.
The discussion was moderated by Ayyappan, senior consultant, surgical oncology, ACC-Teynampet.
Ovarian cancer, often termed a silent killer, typically affects women between 55 and 64 years. Early-stage detection can push survival rates beyond 90%, but vague symptoms often delay diagnosis.
Endometrial cancer, on the other hand, frequently presents with signs such as abnormal bleeding, yet many women fail to seek timely care.
Dr. Madhu Priya also highlighted the importance of ovum preservation for younger women undergoing cancer treatment.
“Freezing eggs for fertility preservation gives women the option to protect their ability to have biological children after cancer treatment. Including this as part of cancer care supports informed, compassionate, and holistic treatment planning,” she said.
Dinesh Madhavan, President, Group Oncology and International, Apollo Hospitals, called the initiative a shift from treatment to early detection.
With India’s cancer burden projected to rise, End-O Check seeks to help women to take charge of their gynaecologic health through education, screening as well as early intervention.
Published – July 31, 2025 12:53 am IST
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